Plants
Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood'
Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood' is a low-maintenance shrub that blooms with sweet white flowers until frost. It features blue-green leaves and grows 2-3 feet tall and wide. This cold-hardy plant is salt-tolerant and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, making it ideal for xeric and fire-wise landscapes.
Hosta sieboldiana
Hosta sieboldiana is an old Japanese cultivar with thick, rounded, blue corrugated leaves and a wide golden margin. It forms large clumps topped with pale lavender flowers in late spring, attracting hummingbirds to shaded garden areas.
Agave horrida
Agave horrida is a rosette-forming succulent native to southeastern Mexico. It features bright green leaves with yellow variegation and a single sharp terminal spine. This plant flowers infrequently, producing an 8-foot tall stalk with pale yellow flowers, and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet'
Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' is a white-flowered form of swamp milkweed that grows well in both swampy and dry perennial borders. It produces masses of white flower clusters from spring through summer, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. This plant is native to the United States and is known for its adaptability and resilience.
Nepenthes surigaoensis
Nepenthes surigaoensis is a unique climbing plant native to the Philippine island of Mindanao, thriving at elevations between 2,600 and 3,900 feet. It is distinguished by its long tendrils and cylindrical pitchers, which can grow up to 9.5 inches tall. The plant's leaves are notable for their strong decurrent nature and can vary in shape from linear to slightly lanceolate. Its pitchers, covered in coarse orange to brown hairs, can turn completely red as they age. This species was first described in 1915 and rediscovered in 2007. It grows in the lower montane forests under shady conditions and has no known natural hybrids. The plant's conservation status has not been thoroughly assessed, but it is closely related to N. merrilliana, differing mainly in its leaf and pitcher characteristics.
Rotala indica 'Green'
Rotala indica 'Green' is an aquatic stem plant with bright green color, capable of growing both submerged and emersed. It is a fast grower that requires frequent trimming and is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for aquariums.
Euphorbia globosa
Euphorbia globosa is a dwarf spineless succulent native to southern Africa, known for its globular, segmented fingers off a caudiciform base. It forms thick mats and thrives in mineral soil with good drainage. This slow-growing plant tolerates full sun to moderate shade and requires minimal watering.
Rudbeckia nitida 'Autumn Sun'
Rudbeckia nitida 'Autumn Sun' is a tall black-eyed Susan with large yellow flowers and green centers. Known for its showy blooms and cutleaf basal rosette, this plant attracts butterflies and thrives in sunny locations. It is a perennial suitable for rain gardens and adds vibrant color to any landscape.
Hosta 'Blue Twister'
Hosta 'Blue Twister' is a compact plant with striking blue foliage and wavy leaves. It grows to about 11 inches tall and 22 inches wide, producing lavender flower spikes in summer. This hosta is a hybrid involving several varieties, making it a unique addition to shaded garden areas.
Cercis chinensis 'Avondale'
Cercis chinensis 'Avondale' is a hardy, heat-tolerant tree with heart-shaped leaves that emerge with a reddish tinge in spring and turn yellow in fall. It attracts pollinators and birds, and is resistant to pests, diseases, and deer. Best grown in full sun in cooler climates or part sun in warmer zones, it prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil'
Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil' is a low-maintenance plant with dark green leaves featuring cream and lime-colored splotches. It can grow 6-36 inches tall and 12-36 inches wide, thriving in bright to medium indirect light. This air-purifying plant is toxic if ingested.
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'
Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' is a dwarf, thick-leaved mutation of Hosta 'Blue Cadet', forming a 1-foot wide mound. It has small, round, blue-green leaves and lavender flowers, thriving in light, open shade.
Delphinium 'Summer Nights'
Delphinium 'Summer Nights' is a dwarf variety known for its dark royal violet-blue to royal purple florets. This cold-hardy plant forms dense clumps that reach 10-12 inches in height and width, requiring no staking. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and is deer resistant. Best grown in full sun with afternoon shade, it thrives in well-drained, enriched soil and benefits from regular moisture and feeding.
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Compacta'
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Compacta' is a dwarf form of the Queen Victoria agave, prized for its compact, leafy rosette and dramatic white veining. This succulent is native to Mexico and is well-suited for xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance. Its tight, spherical shape makes it a striking focal point in any garden. The plant's compact form and unique appearance make it a favorite among succulent enthusiasts.
Alocasia 'Dark Star'
Alocasia 'Dark Star' is a cold-tolerant tropical plant, a hybrid of four elephant ear varieties, known for its striking royal purple veins. It can grow up to 6 feet tall and features deep purple stems and veins, making it a dramatic addition to any garden. This plant thrives in high humidity and light conditions, requiring regular watering and maintenance. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, though it poses a hazard to pets. The 'Dark Star' is ideal for tropical-themed gardens and can be grown in USDA zones 10 and 11.
Hosta 'Paintbrush'
Hosta 'Paintbrush' is a hybrid plant with butterscotch leaves bordered by green, intensifying in color as the season progresses. It forms a 2-foot wide clump topped with 20-inch scapes of dark lavender flowers in early summer, adding a striking contrast to gardens.
Sinningia leucotricha
Sinningia leucotricha is a caudex-forming perennial succulent native to southern Brazil. It features silver-green paired leaves covered in hair and bright orange tubular flowers in July. This plant is slightly frost-hardy and prefers shaded sunlight, making it a unique addition to rock gardens or as a houseplant.
Delphinium 'Diamonds Blue'
Delphinium 'Diamonds Blue' is a low-maintenance perennial known for its electrified lavender-blue blooms with purple spots. Hardy in USDA zones 3-9, it grows 18-24 inches tall and forms mounds of deep green lobed leaves. This plant is pollinator-friendly, attracting birds, bees, and hummingbirds, and is deer resistant. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferring cooler climates with low humidity.
Echeveria 'Ramillette'
Echeveria 'Ramillette' is a succulent from the Crassulaceae family, featuring green leaves with red tips and rosettes up to 4 inches in diameter. It produces yellow to orange flowers in winter and spring, requiring bright light but avoiding direct sunlight. This plant is drought-resistant and thrives with the soak and dry watering method, making it a low-maintenance choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Liatris spicata
Liatris spicata, commonly known as Blazing Star, is a clump-forming perennial with bold, upright purple wands that attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It is native to North America and grows in USDA zones 3 to 9, requiring full sun and well-drained soil. The plant is deer-resistant and offers a striking display with its rosy-purple blooms.
Nerium oleander 'Mathilde Ferrier'
Nerium oleander 'Mathilde Ferrier' is a hardy shrub that can survive temperatures as low as -9 degrees Fahrenheit. It grows up to 8 feet tall and produces double, light yellow flowers in late summer. This plant is drought tolerant and suitable for sunny locations.
Heuchera 'Palace Passion'
Heuchera 'Palace Passion' is a perennial plant with striking chocolate-colored foliage overlaid with silver, complemented by coral pink flowers. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a great choice for both sun and shade gardens. Its unique foliage and vibrant blooms add a touch of elegance to any landscape, and it thrives in part sun to light shade conditions.
Eupatorium maculatum 'Gateway'
Eupatorium maculatum 'Gateway' is a shorter form of native eupatorium, featuring large purple flower clusters on 50-inch stems. It blooms in late summer and is known for attracting butterflies.
Epimedium diphyllum 'Roseum'
Epimedium diphyllum 'Roseum', also known as dwarf fairy wings, is a charming shade plant with tiny, clear pink flowers that bloom in early spring. This plant forms tight evergreen clumps about 1 foot tall and is tolerant of dry shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens. Epimedium diphyllum 'Roseum' is known for its ornamental foliage, which has a graceful form and sometimes features saw-toothed edges. It is a spreading plant that makes an excellent small-scale ground cover. This species is part of the Epimedium genus, which is prized for its delicate flowers and attractive foliage. It is a low-maintenance plant that adds a touch of elegance to shaded areas.
Campanula 'Samantha'
Campanula 'Samantha' is a hybrid plant forming 3-inch tall clumps with tiny round green leaves. It produces 6-inch spikes of blue-purple flowers from June through July, attracting butterflies with its fragrance.
Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson'
Geranium riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson' is a sterile hybrid geranium with greyish foliage and pale pink flowers adorned with rosy purple tracery. It blooms over an extended period, making it a charming groundcover for gardens.
Hosta 'Gold Drop'
Hosta 'Gold Drop' is a vigorous grower that forms a neat mound of medium-sized, pale gold leaves. This plant is well-suited for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in light shade and is a great choice for groundcover in cottage gardens.